1989 - American Indian Activist Russell Means testifies at Senate Hearing

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Published 2012-10-24
From the C-SPAN Video Library - Mr. Means harshly criticizes the Bureau of Indian Affairs and Indian leadership of reservations. Russell Means died October 22 at the age of 72. This was his first of six appearances on C-SPAN. Entire Hearing: www.c-span.org/video/?5987-1/overview-indian-affai…

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All Comments (21)
  • @agochoa
    I’d like to see a Native American President one day.
  • @ashleybest6971
    People dislike what he is saying because he is speaking the truth. truth hurts
  • Incredible presentation. We have lost this type of leader. I wish every American could hear his words. RIP.
  • @carol-us4xn
    He was something else. This man spoke so eloquently and truthfully that it still resonates today.
  • @sabatman9094
    they looked pissed cause they were listening to a smart indian bless his soul .
  • @trevorhall6586
    We should have a Native History month dedicated to the real Americans🇺🇸 🐺
  • @lottiehowes585
    We Irish love the Native American. We will never forget your kindness to the Irish people, R.I.P Mr Russell. ❤😢
  • @Indian_Outlaw417
    My name is Shawn LaForce and I am a PROUD Mohawk..My family is from Oka, Ontario, Canada and after seeing this today for the very first time, I would just like to personally thank you for your courage and dedication to insure that our culture was not lost forever..They tried to bury us, but they didn't realize, we are the seeds ❤
  • @abic5468
    “We’re allowed to be anything we want to be except Indians” That line had me in tears..
  • I'm 31 years old, I hate public school education. I am ashamed that I was never taught about this great man.
  • @debrandw246
    I am a mix blood Cherokee. Russell Means was my friend. I am blessed to have known him in this time of the world. Incredible human being. RIP
  • @DrinkinZima
    Had no clue who this man was, just stopped and listened to his speech. Very powerful.
  • @ivyandroses4373
    Im a typical white guy and not a native but I would vote this MAN in as President. Epic intelligence. Thanks
  • @rawcarrillo2262
    I wish, I could live to see a native American US president.
  • @yennefer2774
    He is still a great warrior for all American Indians, even with his passing. I remember when all this was happening, RIP ❤ until we meet again
  • @diamondsoversins
    What a phenomenal speech for American Indians! I love how this video is up on YouTube so the whole world can see & hear the words of wisdom moment of truth. Always remember to fight for your own freedom & fight for your rights to speak your mind with your own words, actions, and opinions. Where is the full story video? Rememory watching the full video when I was in elementary school (23) years ago.
  • It's a shame that he was talking to a board of evil men. They didn't hear one word he said.
  • @johngreen6421
    We need more strong leaders like Russel Means to change our government, our ways of life, and fight for our rights, spiritually, peacefully, and rationally.
  • With this extremely insightful talk I have learned the hidden agenda of all politicians; “I’m the most important!” He’s absolutely right, that is an embarrassment. It’s supposed to be about all of us